West Indies Captain Nicholas Pooran Retires from International Cricket at 29

Nicholas Pooran, the West Indies' leading T20I run-scorer and former white-ball captain, announced his retirement from international cricket at the age of 29, surprising fans and the cricket community. Known for his explosive batting and record-breaking performances, Pooran played 106 T20Is, scoring 2,275 runs with 149 sixes, and featured in 61 ODIs, including the 2019 World Cup. He captained the West Indies in limited-overs formats in 2022 but stepped down after a disappointing T20 World Cup exit. Despite his international retirement, Pooran is expected to continue playing in global T20 leagues, including the IPL where he scored over 500 runs in 2025. His decision comes after reflection on his career, expressing deep pride in representing the West Indies and gratitude for the opportunities cricket provided. Cricket West Indies praised Pooran as a game-changer whose contributions left a lasting impact on the team.